The City's Business Assistance Coordinator coordinates the Small Disadvantaged Minority and Women Owned Business (SDMWOB) certification program, maintains a Small Disadvantaged Minority and Women Owned Business Directory, and solicits participation in construction contracts.All SDMWOB businesses which become certified by the City of Raleigh are listed in a directory, that is distributed to City departments. Companies must be certified to qualify for designation as an SDMWOB vendor by the City.